E Book Reader
Best Ebook Reader for Low Vision
1. The Largest Screen Size 2. The Highest Number of Font mMgnifications 3. Anti-glare Screen 4. Adjustable Contrast 5. Easy Navigation 6. Easy eBook Reader Downloads
Wireless Reading DeviceFor those who are "computer challenged" it is better to buy a wireless reading device that uses a cell phone signal to download the book rather than a book reader that needs to be hooked up to a computer to get any ebook downloads.The Kindle 2 and the Kindle DX, the Barnes and Noble Nook and some of the Sony readers are wireless readers. This means that ebooks can be directly downloaded to the ebook reading device.
The Barnes and Noble Nook came out with a color touch screen for easy navigation. The Sony e book reader has a black and white touch screen, but there have been some complaints about the glare produced by this model.
Not everyone with macular degeneration can use or benefit from this low vision technology. It may be too technical for those who are older and are not comfortable with trying new things. However, if it allows someone to keep reading, these devices are certainly worth a try. Be sure to check out the return policy before purchasing. The Kindle has a good return policy since you can't try it without buying it. The Sony electronic book reader is found in any store that carries electronics so a person can try it before purchasing. You can try out the Barnes and Noble Nook at your nearby Barnes and Noble store. Just go to their information booth and ask an employee for assistance.
Electronic Book ReadersThe four main models of electronic book readers are:Amazon's Kindle Sony Electronic Book Reader Barnes and Noble Nook iPad by Apple Sony Electronic Book Reader
The Sony Electronic Book Reader has some features that the Kindle does not. There are several models available including a new touch screen model. The two main features to consider are:1. The size of the viewing area and 2. If you want to download directly to the wireless reading device. Click here to learn more: Sony Electronic Book Reader Kindle Reader
The Kindle Reader comes in two sizes - the Kindle 2 and the Kindle DX. The larger the screen the better for those with macular degeneration or low vision. With larger fonts, less of the page is viewed so a larger screen will help accommodate this.The benefit of the Kindle Reader is that there is no need for a computer - you can download a book anywhere there is a cell phone signal. To learn more about this wireless reader click here: Kindle Reader Barnes and Noble NookBarnes and Noble has come out with their version of the popular e-book readers.What makes it unique compared to the Kindle and the Sony Ebook reader is the easy to use color touch screen for easy navigation. Unlike Amazon's Kindle you can to go to a Barnes and Noble Store to try it before you buy it. To find out why this may be the best ebook reader click here:
Barnes and Noble Nook
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